A client develops large, red patches covered with thick, silvery scales on the arms and knees, and psoriasis is diagnosed. Client teaching about this disease should include which of these aspects?
a. Its exact cause is unknown.
b. After initial symptoms are treated, they will not recur.
c. The disease is progressive and fatal.
d. Psychotherapy can alleviate its symptoms.
A
Psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory, noninfectious skin disease, affects primarily scalp, hands, arms, knees, lower back, and genitalia. Although the specific cause is unknown, emotional stress, infections, trauma, and seasonal and hormonal changes can aggravate psoriasis. Periods of remission and exacerbation are characteristic.
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After administering the medication, the nurse should assess the patient because of the potential for what adverse effect? A) Tetany B) Hypersensitivity C) Paradoxical seizures D) CNS depression
The nurse observes that an adolescent client relates, reacts, and consistently behaves with one of the male staff in an inappropriate manner. Based on the adolescent's history, the nurse is concerned this client may be:
1. Manifesting manic behavior. 2. Experiencing a side effect from the medication. 3. Acting out a life script. 4. Afraid of being alone.
The pediatric dosage of tetracycline is 12 mg/kg/day. Tetracycline is available in 250 mg/5 mL. A child receiving tetracycline q6h and weighing 52.8 lb should receive a dose of _______________
a. 0.96 mL b. 48 mL c. 1.44 mL d. 72 mL
The nurse has provided a presentation on Cultural Care to a group of nursing assistants. Which statement indicates that additional instruction is needed by the nurse?
1. "Cultural Care describes nursing care as culturally aware." 2. "Cultural Care describes nursing care as culturally sensitive." 3. "Cultural Care describes nursing care as culturally competent." 4. "Cultural Care describes nursing care as culturally appropriate."